2007 Audi S4 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
